Clean Shaven 09 vs Dossier Spicy Star Anise
Atlas reviewed. Here's how they stack up on performance, accuracy and value.
Both fragrances are inspired by Dior Sauvage Elixir.
At a glance
Clean Shaven 09 costs £12.68 and Dossier Spicy Star Anise costs £39, so Clean Shaven 09 is £26.32 cheaper. They share 3 notes out of 15 distinct notes listed across both (20%). Both are EDP and listed as masculine. Both are inspired by Dior Sauvage Elixir.
Clean Shaven 09
Clean Shaven 09 interprets Dior Sauvage Elixir, the most concentrated and intense entry in the wider Sauvage range, distinct in character from the standard Sauvage EDT and EDP that Clean Shaven 01 already interprets in the Atlas catalogue.
Dossier Spicy Star Anise
Spicy Star Anise is Dossier's interpretation of Dior Sauvage Elixir, built as the darker nighttime counterpart to Aromatic Star Anise through intense spice, lavender, resins, woods and earthy notes.
Comparison
| Clean Shaven 09 | Dossier Spicy Star Anise | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 8.1/10 · 1 review | 7.9/10 · 3 reviews |
| Longevity | 8.5/10 | 7.8/10 |
| Projection | 8.0/10 | 7.5/10 |
| Scent accuracy | 7.5/10 | 7.9/10 |
| Value for money | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 |
| Price | £12.68 | £39 |
| Concentration | EDP | EDP |
| Gender | Masculine | Masculine |
| Inspired by | Dior Sauvage Elixir | Dior Sauvage Elixir |
Notes Comparison
Compare the note structure of both fragrances and see which notes they share.
Clean Shaven 09
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Dossier Spicy Star Anise
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Shared Notes
3 shared notes.
How the notes differ
Clean Shaven 09 lists Cinnamon, Amber and Licorice that Dossier Spicy Star Anise does not.
Dossier Spicy Star Anise lists Pink Pepper, Pineapple, Star Anise, Cardamom, Clove, Oakmoss, Amberwood, Cistus and Vetiver that Clean Shaven 09 does not.
Accords, vibes and occasions
Main accords
Clean Shaven 09
Dossier Spicy Star Anise
Both share Amber, Aromatic, Lavender and Warm spicy. Clean Shaven 09 also lists Fresh, Patchouli, Cinnamon and Spicy. Dossier Spicy Star Anise also lists Woody, Earthy and Fresh spicy.
Vibes
Clean Shaven 09
Dossier Spicy Star Anise
Both share Intense. Clean Shaven 09 also lists Fresh, Clean, Powerful, Warm and Light. Dossier Spicy Star Anise also lists Masculine, Dark, Spicy and Confident.
Occasions
Clean Shaven 09
Dossier Spicy Star Anise
Both share Evening. Clean Shaven 09 also lists Cold weather. Dossier Spicy Star Anise also lists Autumn, Winter, Night Out and Date Night.
Performance
Clean Shaven 09
Dossier Spicy Star Anise
Clean Shaven 09 lists Sillage, Strong sillage, Powerful, Excellent longevity and Strong performance. Dossier Spicy Star Anise lists Strong Projection and Long Wearing.
Style lane
Clean Shaven 09
Dossier Spicy Star Anise
Clean Shaven 09 lists Spicy amber. Dossier Spicy Star Anise lists Spicy aromatic amber.
Quick verdict
- Longevity: Wins Clean Shaven 09 (8.5/10)
- Projection: Wins Clean Shaven 09 (8.0/10)
- Scent accuracy: Wins Dossier Spicy Star Anise (7.9/10)
- Value for money: Tie (8.5/10)
- Price: Wins Clean Shaven 09 (£12.68)
Clean Shaven 09 leads on longevity, projection and lower price, while Dossier Spicy Star Anise leads on scent accuracy. They are level on value for money.
Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis. Clean Shaven 09 has 1 community review and Dossier Spicy Star Anise has 3.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper, Clean Shaven 09 or Dossier Spicy Star Anise?
Clean Shaven 09 costs £12.68 and Dossier Spicy Star Anise costs £39, so Clean Shaven 09 is £26.32 cheaper.
Which lasts longer, Clean Shaven 09 or Dossier Spicy Star Anise?
Atlas ratings give Clean Shaven 09 8.5 out of 10 for longevity and Dossier Spicy Star Anise 7.8 out of 10, so Clean Shaven 09 rates higher.
Which projects more, Clean Shaven 09 or Dossier Spicy Star Anise?
Atlas ratings give Clean Shaven 09 8.0 out of 10 for projection and Dossier Spicy Star Anise 7.5 out of 10, so Clean Shaven 09 rates higher.
Which is closer to Dior Sauvage Elixir, Clean Shaven 09 or Dossier Spicy Star Anise?
Atlas ratings give Clean Shaven 09 7.5 out of 10 for scent accuracy and Dossier Spicy Star Anise 7.9 out of 10, so Dossier Spicy Star Anise rates higher.
Which is better value, Clean Shaven 09 or Dossier Spicy Star Anise?
Atlas ratings give Clean Shaven 09 8.5 out of 10 for value for money and Dossier Spicy Star Anise 8.5 out of 10, so they rate the same.
What notes do Clean Shaven 09 and Dossier Spicy Star Anise share?
They share 3 notes: Nutmeg, Lavender and Patchouli.
Which occasions suit Clean Shaven 09 and Dossier Spicy Star Anise?
Clean Shaven 09 is tagged for Evening and Cold weather. Dossier Spicy Star Anise is tagged for Autumn, Winter, Evening, Night Out and Date Night.
Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis.